COM3702 Assignment 3 PORTFOLIO (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 2 2024 - DUE 21 October 2024; 100% TRUSTED Complete, trusted solutions and explanations
COM3702
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,COM3702 Assignment 3 PORTFOLIO (COMPLETE
ANSWERS) Semester 2 2024 - DUE 21 October
2024; 100% TRUSTED Complete, trusted solutions
and explanations.
1 INTRODUCTION [5marks:125 words] 2 MEDIA POLICY AND
REGULATION 2.1 The nature of media and communication
policy: [20 marks:500 words] Read the Broadband Policy for
South Africa. You are expected to read this policy along with
your study materials to answer the questions that follow 2.1.1
Provide your own overview of what the Broadband Policy is all
about in a paragraph. Cite the policy as a source consulted (4
marks). 2.1.2 Define policy as a process and indicate what
problem the Broadband Policy seeks to address. Your answer
should be able to demonstrate how the new media or internet
is presenting new challenges to the policymakers. (6 marks)
2.1.3 What stage of the policy cycle do you think the Broadband
Policy is currently at? You need to conduct your own research in
order to determine the stage of the policy. (5 marks) 2.1.4
Identify and discuss the phase of communication policy
paradigm that encompasses the Broadband Policy. (5 marks) 2 3
1. INTRODUCTION
The Broadband Policy for South Africa aims to enhance internet
access and connectivity across the country, particularly in
underserved areas. It recognizes the importance of broadband
as a critical infrastructure for economic growth, social
development, and access to information. By establishing a
, framework to improve the availability, affordability, and quality
of broadband services, the policy seeks to bridge the digital
divide, thereby promoting inclusivity and empowering citizens.
The policy emphasizes the need for collaboration between
government, private sector, and civil society to achieve its
objectives, ultimately fostering a more connected and digitally
empowered South Africa.
Source consulted: South African Government. (2019).
Broadband Policy for South Africa. Department of
Telecommunications and Postal Services.
2. MEDIA POLICY AND REGULATION
2.1 The Nature of Media and Communication Policy
2.1.1 Overview of the Broadband Policy
The Broadband Policy for South Africa is designed to facilitate
widespread access to high-speed internet across the nation. It
aims to promote the deployment of broadband infrastructure,
enhance digital literacy, and ensure affordable access for all
citizens. By fostering an enabling environment for innovation
and investment in telecommunications, the policy seeks to
leverage broadband as a driver for economic growth, social
inclusion, and improved service delivery in education, health,
and governance. The policy recognizes the challenges posed by
disparities in access and quality of service, particularly in rural
and underserved urban areas.
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